Compare SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Crystal Reports 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (37.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0 Free for 30 days
$495 user
SAP Analytics Cloud
Star Rating
(901)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0 Free for 30 days
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSAP Crystal Reports
Star Rating
(210)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (37.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$495 user
Browse all 5 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that SAP Analytics Cloud excels in providing a comprehensive platform that integrates reporting, analytics, and planning. Users appreciate the convenience of moving from data observation to understanding without switching between different tools, which enhances productivity.
- Users say that SAP Crystal Reports offers a user-friendly interface that allows for clear and interactive report views without needing the full application. This feature is particularly praised for its effective data visualization capabilities, making it easier to analyze data.
- According to verified reviews, SAP Analytics Cloud stands out for its robust collaboration tools, enabling teams to work together seamlessly. Reviewers highlight the ability to discuss findings and update plans in real-time, reducing the need for endless email exchanges.
- Reviewers mention that while SAP Crystal Reports provides strong formatting options for reports, it sometimes struggles to meet specific workflow needs, with users noting configuration challenges that can hinder efficiency.
- G2 reviewers highlight the advanced AI features and predictive analytics in SAP Analytics Cloud, which are seen as particularly valuable for users looking to leverage data for strategic planning and decision-making.
- Users express mixed feelings about the support quality for both products, with SAP Crystal Reports receiving slightly higher ratings. However, SAP Analytics Cloud's support is noted for being responsive and helpful, which is crucial for users navigating complex analytics tasks.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
SAP Analytics Cloud
30-DAY TRIAL
$0
Free for 30 days
- 1 user
- Business Intelligence functionality only
- Basic data source imports (excel, csv, and Google Drive)
SAP Crystal Reports
SAP Crystal Reports 2020 - full product
$495
user
Full version allows you to create powerful, richly formatted, and dynamic reports from virtually any data source, delivered in dozens of formats, in up to 28 languages
- Create highly formatted, pixel-perfect reports quickly using an intuitive design interface and efficient workflows
- Deliver personalized reports to your business users’ preferred destination in their preferred language and format
- Combine and connect directly to a variety of data sources across the organization
Free Trial
SAP Analytics Cloud
Free Trial is available
SAP Crystal Reports
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.1
559
8.8
187
Ease of Use
8.1
584
7.7
187
Ease of Setup
7.9
314
7.6
102
Ease of Admin
7.8
264
8.0
95
Quality of Support
8.0
500
7.6
147
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
259
7.8
85
Product Direction (% positive)
8.2
534
6.8
185
Features by Category
Reports
8.3
317
|
Verified
8.3
150
8.0
296
|
Verified
7.6
128
8.5
324
|
Verified
7.8
128
8.1
284
|
Verified
7.7
77
8.3
317
|
Verified
7.8
113
Self Service
7.9
308
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
315
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
300
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
289
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
273
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
262
|
Verified
Not enough data
Advanced Analytics
8.4
263
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
313
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
240
|
Verified
Not enough data
Building Reports
7.9
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
174
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
167
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reports
8.3
317
|
Verified
8.3
150
8.0
296
|
Verified
7.6
128
8.5
324
|
Verified
7.8
128
8.1
284
|
Verified
7.7
77
8.3
317
|
Verified
7.8
113
Reports
8.1
15
8.5
32
8.4
15
8.4
28
8.0
15
8.3
27
Generative AI
8.2
13
7.2
15
8.5
13
7.7
15
Visualization
8.9
15
8.6
29
8.5
14
8.3
27
8.8
15
8.6
28
8.7
15
8.1
29
Data Updates
8.3
15
7.8
27
8.1
15
7.8
27
Collaboration
8.7
14
8.1
29
8.5
14
7.7
28
7.4
14
7.4
26
Data Updates
8.9
29
8.2
36
9.0
31
8.5
35
8.7
15
8.4
36
Reports
8.3
317
|
Verified
8.3
150
8.0
296
|
Verified
7.6
128
8.5
324
|
Verified
7.8
128
8.1
284
|
Verified
7.7
77
8.3
317
|
Verified
7.8
113
Data Preparation
8.2
152
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
147
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data Modeling and Blending
8.2
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
171
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
161
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.7
26
Not enough data
7.5
24
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Analytics Platforms
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
Self Service
7.9
308
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
315
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
300
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
289
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
273
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
262
|
Verified
Not enough data
Deployment & Integration - Analytics Platforms
7.6
19
Not enough data
7.7
19
Not enough data
7.6
19
Not enough data
7.4
21
Not enough data
Advanced Analytics
8.4
263
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
313
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
240
|
Verified
Not enough data
Performance & Scalability - Analytics Platforms
6.4
27
Not enough data
7.4
19
Not enough data
Advanced Analytics & Modeling - Analytics Platforms
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.2
21
Not enough data
Agentic AI Capabilities - Analytics Platforms
8.1
18
Not enough data
8.5
19
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
Personalized Intelligence - Analytics Platforms
8.1
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
Building Reports
7.9
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
174
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
167
|
Verified
Not enough data
Financial Planning
8.3
49
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Financial Insight
8.7
51
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
58
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data
8.8
61
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
60
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
58
|
Verified
Not enough data
Status Communication
8.5
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
55
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
52
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Statistical Tool
8.0
148
Not enough data
8.2
153
Not enough data
8.0
150
Not enough data
Data Analysis
8.5
166
Not enough data
8.3
163
Not enough data
Decision Making
8.3
162
Not enough data
8.5
161
Not enough data
8.4
164
Not enough data
8.4
120
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Crystal Reports are categorized as Data Visualization
Unique Categories
SAP Analytics Cloud is categorized as Analytics Platforms, Predictive Analytics, and FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
SAP Crystal Reports has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
SAP Analytics Cloud
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SAP Crystal Reports
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
17.6%
Computer Software
6.2%
Financial Services
4.2%
Accounting
4.2%
Hospital & Health Care
3.2%
Other
64.6%
Information Technology and Services
15.4%
Computer Software
6.5%
Accounting
4.0%
Hospital & Health Care
4.0%
Wholesale
3.0%
Other
67.2%
Discussions
What is SAP Analytics Cloud used for?
2 Comments
AG
SAP Using for Business Intelligence (BI), Data Visualization, Planning and Forecasting, Predictive Analytics, Data Connectivity, Data Integration and more...Read more
What is the use of SAP Analytics Cloud?
2 Comments
GP
It is use for minimising risk and optimising oppurtunities . It creates bleeding edge analytics with quick solution It present data fast according to companies.Read more
What is SAP Lumira used for?
1 Comment
SR
SAP Lumira is used for data visualization and business analytics. It helps users connect to various data sources, prepare and transform data, and create...Read more
What is SAP Crystal Reports?
2 Comments
AB
SAP Crystal is a report writing software that can connect to various databases that are SQL-based or similar to facilitate report writing. Technically coding...Read more
What is SAP Crystal used for?
1 Comment
AS
It is used for generating analytical reports from various data sources, including SAP and non-SAP sources like SQL Server, MySQL, XML Microsoft Excel, etc.Read more
Why complex reports takes a bit more time to develop?
1 Comment
AN
More complex = more time.
I have seen ppl trying to user CR to build a BI tool ... charts, graphs and such . CR. CR does support those but there are other...Read more
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